A fight over a parking space turned deadly over the weekend outside a Georgia Target store, and now, three young children are left to mourn the sudden loss of their father.
Matthew Traywick33, was fatally shot on Sunday, January 4th in the parking lot of the Target store located in Savannah.
Police have not said if he was with his children when he was shot and killed.
Mayor of the Savannah From Johnson claimed in a Facebook post that the shooting took place during an “alleged argument over a parking dispute.”
Johnson added in his post: “Our hearts go out to the victim’s family and loved ones. No disagreement over a parking space, or anything else should ever end in loss of life.”
According to investigators, the shooting happened at approximately 4 p.m. Before the shooting, witnesses told police they saw and heard two men arguing over a parking space. As the argument escalated, police allege Tyler Lynnaged 30, pulled out a gun and opened fire.
Paramedics attended the scene to treat the dying father of multiple gunshot wounds. While he was stabilized and rushed to the nearest hospital, he later died from his injuries.
Linn has been formally charged with murder and aggravated assault, the Savannah Police Department announced in a statement issued Monday, Jan. 5. It was unclear whether he had been prosecuted or asked to write these charges.
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Traywick was employed by Vaden Automotive, and in a statement the company said it was “heartbroken” by his death. According to the WTOCLinn is an Army veteran who served from 2015 to 2023.
Investigators said Linn stayed at the scene of the shooting and was arrested as soon as officers arrived in the parking lot.
If convicted, Linn is looking at a possible death sentence. Georgia uses the electric chair to carry out executions.
A GoFundMe campaign has been cast for Traywick’s wife, Micaylaand her children, who, as of press time, had already generated more than $105,000 in donations.
“Micayla and her three young children are dealing with an unimaginable loss following the sudden death of her husband, Matt,” who was her family’s sole provider, according to the GoFundMe page. “Matt’s unexpected death has left Micayla with the overwhelming challenge of supporting her children through emotional and financial difficulties. In the midst of their grief, the family now faces immediate expenses and the uncertainty of how to manage current needs without Matt’s constant support. Micayla has always been a devoted community member, and now more than ever she needs the support of her mother and friend.”
All money raised will “help cover urgent costs and provide a safety net for Micayla and her children as they begin to rebuild their lives,” the campaign text explains.
“Every donation, no matter the size, will make a significant difference to this family as they navigate the difficult days ahead. Thank you for supporting the Traywick family during this tremendously difficult time. Please continue to pray for Micayla, the children and all of Matt’s family and friends. Your kindness, generosity and willingness to share in this fundraiser will help bring hope and comfort to the family.”